Parthenocissus henryana – A Beautiful, Fast-Growing Vine with Stunning Foliage
Parthenocissus henryana, commonly known as Henry’s Virginia Creeper or the Chinese Virginia Creeper, is an attractive and vigorous climbing vine renowned for its beautiful, variegated foliage and stunning autumn color. With its quick growth and striking, glossy leaves, this deciduous vine is perfect for covering walls, fences, trellises, or creating a lush groundcover. It’s also an excellent choice for adding seasonal interest with its brilliant fall colors.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring:
- New growth emerges with bright green, glossy leaves that have a subtle variegation, providing fresh color to your garden or vertical spaces.
- The vine begins to climb quickly, covering structures and trellises as it grows.
Summer:
- The foliage develops a richer green color with hints of silvery-white variegation, making it a striking addition to garden landscapes.
- Small, inconspicuous greenish flowers may appear, though they are typically not the main attraction.
Autumn:
- Parthenocissus henryana truly shines in autumn when the leaves transform into stunning shades of red, purple, and orange, creating a spectacular fall display that brings dramatic color to the garden.
Winter:
- After shedding its leaves in late fall, the vine leaves behind its branching structure, adding architectural interest to walls, fences, or trellises throughout the winter months.
Structure & Form
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Height & Spread: Grows rapidly to cover walls, fences, or other vertical surfaces, reaching up to 10–12 meters in height with a similar spread. It is a climber that can spread quickly if left unchecked.
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Form: A climbing vine with tendrils that cling to surfaces, creating a dense and full coverage. The plant maintains a bushy, leafy appearance, ideal for providing both vertical coverage and ground cover.
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Growth Habit: Known for its vigorous growth, this vine is perfect for filling large spaces and quickly greening up walls or trellises.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Wall & Fence Covering: Ideal for covering large structures like fences, walls, and trellises, transforming them into green, leafy features or vibrant autumn displays.
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Vertical Gardens: Excellent for creating vertical gardens or growing in containers with support.
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Groundcover: Can be used as a fast-growing groundcover to suppress weeds and cover larger areas.
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Wildlife Gardens: Its dense foliage offers shelter for birds and insects, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Prefers full sun to partial shade, with more sunlight leading to richer fall colors.
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Soil: Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil, though it is adaptable to a range of soil types.
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Maintenance: Low maintenance, though pruning is necessary to control its spread if it is growing in an area where its vigorous growth could be a concern. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering during dry spells.
Why Choose Parthenocissus henryana?
With its striking variegated leaves, rapid growth, and spectacular fall color, Parthenocissus henryana is a fantastic choice for creating a lush, vibrant display on walls, fences, or trellises. Its ability to grow quickly and adapt to various conditions makes it a versatile option for both vertical gardening and groundcover.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Climbing Plants: Pair with other climbing plants like Clematis or Wisteria for multi-season interest on trellises or pergolas.
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Evergreens: Combine with evergreen shrubs such as Boxwood or Yew for year-round structure and contrast to the vine’s seasonal color.
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Perennials: Plant with perennial flowers like Echinacea, Phlox, or Daylilies for complementary color and texture.
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Shrubs: Use alongside shrubs like Hydrangea or Viburnum to create a balanced, layered look in borders or mixed plantings.
Parthenocissus henryana is a fast-growing, visually stunning vine that provides year-round interest through its variegated leaves and vibrant autumn color. Its ability to thrive in a variety of conditions with minimal care makes it a perfect choice for gardeners looking to add beauty, fragrance, and dramatic seasonal change to their landscapes.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
